Museum & Tasglann nan Eilean

I do really loved the place. So much to get to know about people themselves (Islanders). Eeach person = one story. If you have some time to spare, definitely worth going there. Btw no need to follow google maps route to the roundabout when walking, there is a direct shortcut with signs straight to the castle museum few meters before.

Very interesting to visit, very friendly volunteers, i especially did like the room where you can see the island trough the seasons, mòran taing, thig mi air ais gu cinnteach.

We went in Sunday when the museum is closed. The ground floor of the grand house was open and we had lunch there. I was told there were no more eggs but later discovered someone receiving scrambled eggs. Disappointing. Food was fine but not exciting. You order and it arrives at your table. Staff are young and enthusiastic. Coffee was ok but not great. But I guess it was good it was open on a Sunday.

Great museum, staff super friendly and helpful. Entry by donation (paid £10 for a family of 4) worth the money, kids enjoyed it and had a few activities to do which helped keep them busy. Would recommend for a visit if you are in Stornoway.

We paid the suggested £5 per person donation and found Museum & Tasglann nan Eilean to be a decent way to spend 20–30 minutes in Stornoway. The experience opens with a calming 10-minute, 3-wall projected timelapse of the Outer Hebrides – easily the highlight, very atmospheric and a great way to ease into the space. The rest of the museum covers general local history, with a mix of artefacts and information panels. It’s well presented and gives a good overview of the area’s heritage, but nothing particularly unexpected. Personally, I’d have liked to see something on the history of the castle itself, given the setting – felt like a missed opportunity. Overall, worth popping into if you’re nearby. A relaxing, informative little stop that’s easy to fit into your day.

We had a lovely time at the museum and loved how immersive the experience was, especially the film at the beginning. It was also brilliant to see and hear so much Gaelic all around - chòrd sin rinn glan! Would absolutely recommend a visit, followed by some coffee and cake in the castle.

NB this is a review of the grounds as we did not visit the museum. There are many lovely walks in the castle grounds affording good views of the harbour and town, and of the castle. Statues like the Gruffalo help to make it kid friendly too. Just a great place for a peaceful walk.

Fairly small but very well presented museum with lots of multimedia exhibits telling the fascinating story of island life, the highlight being some of the famous Lewis chessmen. Entry is free and includes access to the downstairs rooms of the adjacent Lews Castle. There’s also a cafe. Staff are super friendly and welcoming. If you have time, the castle grounds make for a lovely walk - climb up to Gallows Hill for some nice views over the water to Stornoway town and port.

Museum nan Eilean is the only museum on the Island. It is easy to find and get to buy foot or car. It is a 5 minute walk from the town centre or there is ample parking around should you drive. It's not a big museum like the ones on the mainland but even so it is still packed with fascinating displays and artefacts. The main display is usually upstairs with one or two members of staff there for help. The displays are always labelled well with lots of information. There is plenty space to move around without bumping into others whilst still being able to see the display. It is usually opened all day during the summer and reduced hours/closed over winter. Opening hours can usually be found on their website.